Model Year | 2008 | 2017 | |
Model | Acura RL | BMW X3 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 110.6 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 183.8 in | 9.8 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 74.1 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 66.1 in | -9 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4230 lb. | -218 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.7 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.3 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 39.9 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.1 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 56.0 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.5 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 2.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 27.6 ft3 | -14.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 63.3 ft3 | -50.2 ft3 |
2008 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 BMW X3.